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Angie's Kettle Corn
 

ANGIE’S ARTISAN TREATS CHOOSES MONO TO CATAPULT ITS BRAND ONTO THE NATIONAL SNAC...

2/2/2012 10:19 AM EST  -   mono
January 31, 2012 (Minneapolis) – Creative branding agency mono is celebrating 2012 by popping kernels as it announces the addition of Minnesota-based snacking company Angie’s Kettle Corn to its diverse and growing client roster. The 10-year-old company, known for its sweet-and-salty artisan treats, is the fastest growing kettle corn brand in the U.S. with a presence in national retailers such as Whole Foods and...
The Business of Sin
 

The Seven Deadly Sins

1/30/2012 2:12 PM EST  -   IBISWorld
Although Cardinal sins like gluttony and lust have a fiery fate for offenders, they’re quite the industry moneymakers
By IBISWorld Industry Analysts Josh McBee and Agata Kaczanowska

Whether through personal religious studies, music, artwork or film, most people are familiar with the vices that make up the “seven deadly sins,” or Cardinal Sins. While the origination and descriptions vary from source to source,...
Valentine's Day Sales To Grow 5%
 

Retailers Feel The Love This Valentine’s Day

1/23/2012 11:48 AM EST  -   IBISWorld
IBISWorld Forecasts Sweet Sales This Holiday, Especially For Restaurants
By IBISWorld Senior Analyst Nikoleta Panteva

Following a better-than-expected holiday season, retailers can expect a strong Valentine’s Day this year. Industry research firm IBISWorld forecasts total sales for the holiday to grow 5.0 percent from 2011 figures (in constant 2012 dollars).  Consumers put off romantic dinners during the...
small business, entrepreneur, tire dealers, start-up, business, outlook, 2012, growth, research
 

5 Hot Retail Sectors for Start-ups

1/13/2012 4:04 PM EST  -   IBISWorld
Boasting easy entry and rising revenue, a handful of retail sectors offer promising prospects for interested entrepreneurs
By IBISWorld Industry Analyst Eben Jose

It hasn’t been the best of times for small businesses lately, but with the national unemployment rate finally decreasing and disposable income increasing,consumers are hitting Main Street once again for some retail therapy. Often facing overwhelming...
Wind Power Industry
 

US Wind Power Industry Picks up Speed

1/13/2012 3:43 PM EST  -   IBISWorld
The Wind Power industry is growing quickly, making it a very low risk level
By IBISWorld Senior Analyst Justin MolaviAs Seen in the ABA Journal

Favorable federal and state government incentives for the Wind Power industry have been vital to its overall performance. Without these incentives, the industry would have...
US Hair Industry
 

Splitting Hairs

12/7/2011 11:30 AM EST  -   IBISWorld
The Slow and Steady Recovery of Hair Care
By IBISWorld analyst Caitlin Moldvay

It’s no secret that hair care is an important component in Americans’ beauty and grooming regimen. In fact, revenue from the hair salons, hair product and wig manufacturing industries exceeded the GDP of 110 other countries. In 2011, the hair products and services sector generated $48.6 billion. Although the sector’s revenue is...
DVD, Game & Video Rentals
 

End Of The Reel

12/6/2011 1:47 PM EST  -   IBISWorld
Demand Will Continue Falling For DVD, Game & Video Rentals
By IBISWorld analyst Agata Kaczanowska

As seen in the ABA Journal

With consumers embracing the latest entertainment and video technologies, such as streaming media, video on demand (VOD) and downloadable media, the DVD, Game and Video Rental industry has been severely...
Fastest Growing Commodities Exports
 

Hot Commodities

12/6/2011 11:45 AM EST  -   IBISWorld
US producers ramp up to meet export demand from newly industrialized countries
By IBISWorld analysts Josh McBee and Brian Bueno

In October, the New America Foundation released a white paper that estimates the developed world (i.e. countries with viable economies, stable governments and sustainable industries) used to have about 500 million workers. These days, the authors estimate that number to b emore like 2...
Public Storage
 

Taking up Space

12/6/2011 12:03 AM EST  -   IBISWorld
The rising relevance of self-storage facilities
By IBISWorld Senior Analyst Nikoleta Panteva and Research Editor Deborah Stampfli

Standing strong in the midst of economic turmoil, the Storage and Warehouse Leasing industry (IBISWorld report 53113) has been a unique example of resilience during the past few years. Since the first self-storage space was...

Boosting growth opportunities and European sales efficiency on Gunnebo’s agenda ...

11/25/2011 2:33 AM EST  -   Gunnebo
Gunnebo Security Group is moving into 2012 in a strong financial position leaving headroom for further growth initiatives.
“Gunnebo has a strong balance sheet and an equity ratio of 42 per cent so we are well equipped to make investments for future growth,” says Gunnebo’s President and CEO Per Borgvall.  “You will see increased M&A activities from Gunnebo going forward, markets of special interest for Gunnebo...